Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel

2.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Snack bar
Courtyard
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Calle 38 No 9-45, Cartagena
  • Place, Walls of Cartagena
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12 beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8 beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (10 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (8 beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (6 beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Group Room x6 shared bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Group room x8 shared bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (10 Beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel places you in Cartagena Walled City, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Clock Tower and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. This hostel has 23 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Walls of Cartagena - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Las Bovedas - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Clock Tower - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bolivar Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Carmen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Juma Barr Cartagena - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Quero Arepa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Juan del Mar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Amasa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel

Guests of Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; COP 20,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for COP 80000 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (37 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately COP 20000 per person
  • Pet fee: COP 80000 per pet, per stay
  • Towels fee: COP 5000 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 22078

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

El Viajero Cartagena
El Viajero Cartagena Hostel
Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

As of Jun 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel on Jun 22, 2026 start from $66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Cartagena Walled City, just steps from Fine Arts and Plaza de San Diego, and within a short walk of Clock Tower. You'll also find Marbella Beach and Bocagrande Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a poolside bar and an outdoor pool.

Does Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel for a fee of COP 80000 per pet, per stay.

Does Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

The closest major airport to Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel is Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG), which is 4 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel.

Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 49 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place, loved the people, crew the energy the place… love Viajero, always my 1st choice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Great staff. I booked the private room w/ bathroom and i
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eirik Lykkedrang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Social vine, with lots of activities every day. Iratxe and Andrew at the reception were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The facility to make friends with all the activities they plan for meeting people
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing, everything súper top, Nicole the receptionist was the best, give her a raise, very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend this hostel! Great stay.

Amazing hostel - clean, friendly staff, and great location within the walled city. Will stay again next time I'm in Cartagena!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good Spot for a short time cause a hostel is always more noisy than a hotel. We had the double room which was super simple but had all you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very organized, has many daily activities, and the atmosphere is lively. We stayed in a private room, and we didn't like that we could hear noise from the neighboring rooms, and even noise late at night from people talking loudly at the reception. However, we liked the breakfast, the availability of towels, and the friendliness of the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms in the new house part of the property are spacious and quiet. In the main building quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room. The bathroom and shower are outside. There was a water problem but it maybe common in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very noisy and they moved us to a quiet room at no extra cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Majd

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Confused as they said they accept pets but when i arrived they start to show me that it’s impossible in the shared room which is not that clear i really want to ask for the refund
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Djamel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend this place at all. Rude staffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is on a quiet street with no clubs or shops. It feels like a movie set at night, so peaceful it’s unreal. Until you walk into the building, and realize the hostel is the club. During the day it’s a bunch of adventurous 20-somethings laying around chatting, sunbathing, doing some remote work, etc. At night, the pool area becomes a party zone of dance music and bar games and tattoos and fun. The noise winds down around 11pm, when the majority of the residents join in on a club crawl - a smart way to encourage people to party at the hostel and then leave en masse so people can get some sleep. The hostel has daily activities, including the club hopping at night. The bathrooms and showers are dotted around the inner courtyard, and all require walk from your room. Even the private rooms must walk to the shared bathrooms. On busy nights the toilet paper can run out - maybe have your own little stockpile. Towels are available for rent at around $16, 000 pesos. The showers are whatever temperature the water in the pipes comes out as - no water heater. That’s not terrible, since it’s hot as all heck…in fact it feels pretty nice, after about the first 30-60 seconds. I do recommend shower shoes given how many people share them. The WiFi was strong and reliable. The shared dorms are in courtyard rooms (guarded by the front desk) with no door locks. Anyone can walk into any shared room. In actual fact, my experience was that it was safe and respectful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tudo maravilhoso! Quarto limpo, banheiro sempre limpos! Equipe educada. Piscina boa, festinhas, nada a reclamar! Não tomei café lá
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

JOSE A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Muy buen cajón o cama de dormir limpio y cómodo, poner reglar de no luz después de las 8pm o algo así. Para el buen descanso.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

LEANDRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quarto bom e espaço coletivo ok. A única coisa que não gostei foi o fogão, que está bem antigo. Seria bom trocá-lo para maior conforto dos hóspedes, já que muitos utilizam o fogão diariamente.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica María

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente atención, todo súper limpio y el personal súper amable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Por el precio aceptable

El hostal tiene buen ambiente, la habitación es muy pequeña, las cajoneras son muy ruidosas al abrirse, se que es un lugar de mucho calor, pero no todos están acostumbrados a bañarse con agua fria. La repisa que tienen a lado de la cama es muy pequeña solo cabe él celular. Laura de recepción muy amable, me dio toda la información necesaria. Había otra chica un poco apática, los demás chicos súper lindos.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
La zona es fantástica, llegas andando a todos los sitios. Están remodelando el hostel, por lo que no había actividades y el desayuno lo cobran aparte (12,000 cop).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cindy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad check in and unclean baths

When I arrived, I stood in front of the Afro-Caribbean working the desk and he ignored me until a female checked me in. He was basically doing nothing. The main area where people smoke and party all night is right outside the dorms so forget about sleeping. Bathrooms are always disgusting. Had booked 7 days but stayed only 3 long days before going somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

walquiria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hostel is the perfect place to stay. Not only is close to everything but the staff members make you feel at home. I was there for 4 days and believe i will be back soon ☺
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Issamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is located near restaurants and historical points. The staff is super nice and helpful. They help me order a taxi. I loved the hammocks and the environment. Breakfast was really good (you have to pay extra). Common restroom were often clean during they day but the bathroom in my share room was not. Recommendation maybe having a mop in the room that it can be used after showers. My room was next to the street and it was really noisy at night. The room had AC at night but during the day they turn it off and it gets super hot, having a fan during the day would be very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Encantada

Me encantó todo!! La atención de todo el staff, la limpieza, las clases de baile. El lugar es muuuy bonito y agradable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional. They are staffed 24/7 and was able to provide excellent recommendations for any activity. You’ll especially enjoy the mango tree that drops mangos throughout the day and night. I ate 1-2 per day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021